Marriott International Inc. - Class A is a leading global hospitality company that engages in the operation, franchising, and licensing of a diverse portfolio of hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. It manages properties under prestigious brands including JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, St. Regis, EDITION, Bvlgari, Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Le Méridien, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Tribute Portfolio, Gaylord Hotels, Design Hotels, Marriott Executive Apartments, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, TownePlace Suites by Marriott, Aloft Hotels, AC Hotels by Marriott, Moxy Hotels, Element Hotels, Protea Hotels by Marriott, and City Express by Marriott. The company serves leisure travelers, business guests, and event organizers through full-service luxury resorts, upscale hotels, midscale properties, and extended-stay accommodations. Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Marriott International Inc. - Class A plays a pivotal role in the global lodging industry by providing scalable franchise models and managed services that cater to varying market segments and geographic regions.